SMS scam examples:

Frequently asked questions
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Who’s behind these SMS scams?
Scammers can be convincing fraudsters and can be either:
- Individuals, acting alone or:
- Members of large, sophisticated, global enterprises.
Regardless of their size, scammers set out to deliberately mislead someone into:
- Handing over money.
- Divulging bank account details, or
- Sharing sensitive personal information.
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How do I block these unwanted messages?
It’s easy to filter messages from unknown senders on your phone. Just follow the instructions on the links below.
Got an iPhone? Here’s all the info you need here.
Got an Android? Get started with this article.
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How can I stay safe?
It’s a good idea to be wary about any text message you receive that asks you to:
- Call a number you don't know.
- Click on a link you haven’t seen before.
- Contact someone who you don't know.
- Send an image to an unknown message sender.